Lot 109: LEAR, EDWARD. A BOOK OF NONSENSE, 1846 (2 VOL.)

Description:
2 parts in 2 volumes, oblong 8vo (141 x 206mm.), FIRST EDITION, lithographed titles and 72 lithographed plates by Lear, contemporary backed boards (volume 1 in brown cloth, volume 2 in red roan) with upper wrappers of each volume laid down onto upper boards, collector's green morocco back folding box and chemises by The Chelsea Bindery, some wear to boards, chip to lower portion of spine and lower edge of upper board of volume 2, title page to volume 1 trimmed, some hinges split, some spotting and browning throughout

Condition Report:
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate."In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."